This policy reinforces our commitment to providing equality and fairness to all in our employment and not provide less favourable facilities or treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender (including reassignment), marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, national origin, religion or belief, or sex and sexual orientation. We are opposed to all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.

All employees no matter whether they are self-employed, part-time, or full-time, will be treated fairly and with respect. When selecting candidates for employment, promotion, training, or any other benefit, it will be based on their aptitude and ability. All employees will be given help and encouragement to develop their full potential and utilise their unique talents. Therefore, the skills and resources of our organisation will be fully utilised, and we will maximise the efficiency of our whole workforce.

JW DJ Agency is committed to the following:

To create an environment in which individual differences and the contributions of all team members are recognised and valued.

To create a working environment that promotes dignity and respect for everyone.

To not tolerate any form of intimidation, bullying, or harassment, and to discipline those that breach this policy.

To not tolerate any negative comments or judgements around anyone’s appearance, ability / disability, gender, beliefs or background.

To not tolerate any comments that could single out or prejudice anyone.

To encourage team members to use gender neutral terms and not to assume anyone’s gender.

To make training, development, and progression opportunities available to all staff.

To promote equality in the workplace, which JW DJ Agency believes is good management practice and makes sound business sense.

To encourage anyone who feels they have been subject to discrimination to raise their concerns so we can apply corrective measures.

To encourage team members to treat everyone with dignity and respect.

To regularly review all our employment practices and procedures so that fairness is maintained at all times.

JW DJ Agency will inform all members that an equality and diversity policy is in operation and that they are obligated to comply with its requirements and promote fairness.

Our policy will be shown to any suppliers.

Our equality and diversity policy is fully supported by management and will be monitored and reviewed annually to ensure that equality and diversity is continually promoted in the workplace. We will make sure that all our team complete the equality and diversity training certificate in their induction program.

In a recent anonymous survey of our entire team, we have been able to produce a snapshot of our little family and are pleased to be able to share the results below:

Our team is made up of:

45% White background

33% Black background

22% Other background

17% Identify as Female

14% LGBTQIA+

30% Are carers

55% Are from a low socio-economic background

7% Have a disability or health condition

13 Different religions and belief systems

The JW brand strives to cultivate a culture and ethos celebrating diversity and inclusivity across the board. We are committed to advancing the diversity in our community and to maintaining a supportive and relaxed team culture so that everyone feels welcomed, included, and appreciated. As such we focus on how music establishes unity and celebrates differences. Our doors are open to people from all backgrounds no matter their gender, sexuality, or religion. We actively encourage DJs from the LGBTQIA+ community, black communities and ethnic minorities into our inclusive team with special emphasis on creating opportunities for equal representation in the industry. We have a family ethos, and we approach all of our relationships in the same way

Music is a universal language that nobody should be excluded from.